HC Deb 21 March 1974 vol 870 c141W
36. Mrs. Winifred Ewing

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will take steps to enable young couples to obtain mortgages of at least 90 per cent.

Mr. Freeson

I would refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave to a Question by the hon. Member for Melton (Mr. Latham) on 20th March.

Mr. Cyril Smith

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will take steps to encourage the introduction of a low-start mortgage scheme as soon as possible.

Mr. Freeson

I am reviewing urgently the need for special mortgage facilities for those wishing to buy their own home for the first time.